Giuseppe Rossi Hoping for Good Champions League Start Against Manchester United

There's a rising force in La Liga, and its name is Villarreal CF. After coming in second in the league last season, ahead of Barcelona, the Spanish club is hoping to make its mark in Europe.

On Wednesday, El Submarino Amarillo (literally, the Yellow Submarines) will start its Champions League season against defending champions, Manchester United.

For one player, this will be a special trip.

Giuseppe Rossi, the American-born Italian, was part of Manchester United for three years from 2004-2007. However, he was loaned out to Parma in 2006 and then sent to Villarreal, where he has since excelled.

Despite having struggled with a recent injury, Rossi is desperate to play some part in the Champions League Group E clash against his former teammates.